Land for sale

Croft At Maikle, Maikle Croft, Bonar Bridge, Sutherland IV24

A fantastic opportunity to acquire an owner-occupied croft situated on the peaceful outskirts of Bonar Bridge. Extending to approximately 2.6 acres, this prime parcel of land occupies an elevated position, boasting stunning panoramic views across the Kyle of Sutherland. Offering magnificent potential for crofters, families, or investors looking to establish a rural retreat or smallholding, the site presents an excellent prospective development opportunity (subject to securing the necessary planning consents).
Croft


An exceptional opportunity to acquire high-quality, Region 1 land featuring free-draining soil. Benefiting from an elevated, south-facing position, the land enjoys unimpeded panoramic views across the picturesque Kyle of Sutherland and surrounding countryside.

This land currently forms part of the larger Maikle croft and will be apportioned upon sale. Further details and registration specifics can be found on the Crofting Commission website under reference S0550.
Location


This croft is located a few miles outside of Bonar Bridge and occupies a commanding, elevated position offering spectacular and unimpeded views. Bonar Bridge has a wealth of local amenities, including a primary school, convenience stores, takeaways, a garage, and hairdressers. The vibrant Community Hub is a local highlight, featuring a gym, children’s play zone, and a popular café. For further amenities, the town of Tain lies just 15 miles to the east, providing a variety of supermarkets.
Point to note


‘A prospective purchaser should note that this croft land is regulated by the crofting Commission. This means that the successful purchaser/assignee is agreeing to abide by certain duties with regard to the croft land. These duties are:-

· A duty to be ordinarily resident on, or within 32km(20 miles) of your croft

· A duty to cultivate and maintain your croft or put it to another purposeful use

· A duty not to misuse or neglect your croft

In addition, there is legal requirement to return an Annual Notice to the crofting Commission each year, confirming whether or not you adhere to these duties. Failure to return this notice is a criminal offence, and if as a result of this, any failure to meet the duties is discovered, you could lose the croft or the right to use it.’

Further information on being a crofter can be found at . It is highly recommended to speak to a Crofting Solcitor.